Emergency Medical Technician―Applied Technology Diploma

 

Program Summary

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as emergency medical technicians to function at the basic prehospital level and treat various medical/trauma conditions using appropriate equipment and materials. The program prepares students for certification as EMTs in accordance with Chapter 64E-2 of the Florida Administrative Code. The program is approved by the Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and the curriculum adheres to the U.S. Department of Transportation Emergency Medical Technician Basic National Standard Curriculum and National EMS Education Standards. This is the initial level for a career in emergency medical services and the prerequisite for paramedic training and certification. 

Upon completion of this ATD, students will earn 12 credits toward the AS degree in Emergency Medical Services.

Program Requirements

Prerequisites:

HSC 2531

Medical Terminology

3 cr.

CPR certification, PHSC course NCH 0050, American Heart Association, "Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers", is a requirement of this program and must be completed prior to registering for the courses.

Course Requirements:

EMS 1119	Emergency Medical Technology	5 cr.
EMS 1119L	Emergency Medical Technology Laboratory	2.5 cr.
EMS 1431	Emergency Medical Technology Clinical	1.5 cr.

Note(s): A grade of "C" or higher in EMS 1119, EMS 1119L, EMS 1431 and HSC 2531 must be earned in order to receive a Certificate of Completion. Students are then eligible to apply to take the NREMT examination and if successful apply for the Florida State certification.

Total Credit Hours: 12